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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

45 minC1c1vocabularymedia-communication-influencemedioscomunicacióninfluenciaalgoritmo

Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to media, communication & influence.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Media, Communication & Influence

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

disseminate //

/dɪˈsem.ɪ.neɪt/v
Definition:To spread information, knowledge, or news widely.
Traducción:difundir
Example:The research institute aims to disseminate its findings via interactive digital platforms in 2025.
Collocation:disseminate information
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    • empirical //

    /ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kəl/adj
    Definition:Based on observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic.
    Traducción:empírico
    Example:Journalists must provide empirical evidence to support their investigative reports in the digital age.
    Collocation:empirical evidence
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    • ubiquitous //

    /juːˈbɪk.wɪ.təs/adj
    Definition:Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
    Traducción:ubicuo / omnipresente
    Example:The ubiquitous presence of AI-generated news content has changed how we perceive truth.
    Collocation:ubiquitous presence
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    • scrutinise //

    /ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/v
    Definition:To examine something very carefully in order to discover or examine mistakes or truths.
    Traducción:escrutar / examinar minuciosamente
    Example:Media watchdog groups continue to scrutinise the algorithms used by social networks.
    Collocation:scrutinise details
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    • substantiate //

    /səbˈstæn.ʃi.eɪt/v
    Definition:To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
    Traducción:sustentar / corroborar
    Example:It is becoming increasingly difficult to substantiate claims made by anonymous influencers.
    Collocation:substantiate claims
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    • paradigm shift //

    /ˈpær.ə.daɪm ʃɪft/n
    Definition:A fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.
    Traducción:cambio de paradigma
    Example:The rise of decentralised media represents a significant paradigm shift in global communication.
    Collocation:represent a paradigm shift
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    • ambiguous //

    /æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs/adj
    Definition:Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
    Traducción:ambiguo
    Example:The politician's ambiguous response left the press corps questioning his true intentions.
    Collocation:ambiguous wording
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    • cogent //

    /ˈkoʊ.dʒənt/adj
    Definition:Clear, logical, and convincing.
    Traducción:convincente / coherente
    Example:She presented a cogent argument regarding the ethics of deepfake technology.
    Collocation:cogent argument
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    • manifest //

    /ˈmæn.ɪ.fe.st/v
    Definition:To show something clearly, through signs or actions.
    Traducción:manifestar
    Example:Societal tensions often manifest through viral social media trends.
    Collocation:manifest itself
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    • pervasive //

    /pəˈveɪ.sɪv/adj
    Definition:Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
    Traducción:omnipresente / generalizado
    Example:The pervasive influence of targeted advertising affects consumer behaviour globally.
    Collocation:pervasive influence
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    • leverage //

    /ˈlev.ər.ɪdʒ/v
    Definition:To use something to maximum advantage.
    Traducción:aprovechar / potenciar
    Example:Brands must learn how to leverage data analytics to maintain engagement in 2026.
    Collocation:leverage resources
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    • consensus //

    /kənˈsen.səs/n
    Definition:A general agreement.
    Traducción:consenso
    Example:There is no consensus among experts regarding the regulation of AI-generated media.
    Collocation:reach a consensus
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    • disruptive //

    /dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv/adj
    Definition:Causing radical change in an industry or strategy.
    Traducción:disruptivo
    Example:The company introduced a disruptive technology that changed how we consume podcasts.
    Collocation:disruptive technology
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    • collaborate //

    /kəˈlæb.ə.reɪt/v
    Definition:To work jointly on an activity or project.
    Traducción:colaborar
    Example:Influencers often collaborate with brands to reach niche audiences.
    Collocation:collaborate closely
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    • strategic //

    /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/adj
    Definition:Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests.
    Traducción:estratégico
    Example:The media house developed a strategic plan to transition to fully virtual studios.
    Collocation:strategic planning
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    • clickbait //

    /ˈklɪk.beɪt/n
    Definition:Content whose main purpose is to attract attention and encourage visitors to click on a link.
    Traducción:clickbait / contenido engañoso
    Example:Readers are becoming increasingly wary of sensationalist clickbait on news feeds.
    Collocation:sensationalist clickbait
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    • viral //

    /ˈvaɪ.rəl/adj
    Definition:An image, video, or piece of information that is circulated rapidly and widely via the internet.
    Traducción:viral
    Example:The video went viral overnight, reaching millions of viewers across the globe.
    Collocation:go viral
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    • echo chamber //

    /ˈek.oʊ ˌtʃeɪm.bər/n
    Definition:An environment where a person only encounters information or opinions that reflect and reinforce their own.
    Traducción:cámara de eco
    Example:Social media algorithms often trap users in an echo chamber, limiting diverse perspectives.
    Collocation:trapped in an echo chamber
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    • cancel culture //

    /ˈkæn.səl ˌkʌl.tʃər/n
    Definition:The practice of withdrawing support for public figures after they have done something considered objectionable.
    Traducción:cultura de la cancelación
    Example:Debates regarding cancel culture continue to polarise public opinion on social platforms.
    Collocation:the rise of cancel culture
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    • algorithm //

    /ˈæl.ɡə.rɪ.ðəm/n
    Definition:A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.
    Traducción:algoritmo
    Example:The algorithm determines which content appears at the top of your feed.
    Collocation:complex algorithm
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    • hype //

    /haɪp/n
    Definition:Extravagant publicity or exaggerated claims.
    Traducción:hype / bombo publicitario
    Example:Despite all the hype, the new VR headset failed to meet consumer expectations.
    Collocation:media hype
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    • nuance //

    /ˈnuː.ɑːns/n
    Definition:A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
    Traducción:matiz
    Example:In short-form video content, it is often difficult to convey nuance.
    Collocation:subtle nuance
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    • engagement //

    /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ.mənt/n
    Definition:The level of interaction (likes, comments, shares) that content receives.
    Traducción:interacción / compromiso
    Example:The influencer's engagement rate dropped after they posted controversial content.
    Collocation:high engagement
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    • misinformation //

    /ˌmɪs.ˌɪn.fəˈmeɪ.ʃən/n
    Definition:False or inaccurate information that is spread, regardless of intent to deceive.
    Traducción:desinformación
    Example:Combatting misinformation is one of the greatest challenges for digital media in 2025.
    Collocation:spread misinformation
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    • authenticity //

    /ˌɑː.θenˈtɪs.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The quality of being real or genuine.
    Traducción:autenticidad
    Example:Audiences in 2026 value authenticity over highly polished, artificial content.
    Collocation:maintain authenticity
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    • outrage //

    /ˈaʊt.reɪdʒ/n
    Definition:An extremely strong reaction of anger, shock, or indignation.
    Traducción:indignación / indignación
    Example:The celebrity's comments sparked widespread outrage on X (formerly Twitter).
    Collocation:spark outrage
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    • streamline //

    /ˈstriːm.laɪn/v
    Definition:To make an organization or system more efficient and effective.
    Traducción:optimizar / agilizar
    Example:The news agency decided to streamline its production process using AI tools.
    Collocation:streamline processes
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    • biased //

    /ˈbaɪ.əst/adj
    Definition:Unfairly prejudiced for or against someone or something.
    Traducción:sesgado / parcial
    Example:Critics argued that the news report was heavily biased towards the government.
    Collocation:heavily biased
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    • reach //

    /riːtʃ/n
    Definition:The total number of different people who see your content.
    Traducción:alcance
    Example:The campaign achieved a massive reach through targeted social media ads.
    Collocation:vast reach
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    • vlog //

    /vlɒɡ/n
    Definition:A personal website or social media account where a person regularly posts short videos.
    Traducción:vlog
    Example:Her daily vlog has become a staple of lifestyle content in 2026.
    Collocation:post a vlog
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